PASSIVE COOLING Concrete slab floor (suspended and insulated) to absorb the suns warmth during the day and release during the evening Glazing and overhangs are designed to allow minimum entry of summer sun Larger openings to North, smaller openings to South louvre window openings are placed to provide ventilation cross through rooms

WATER SAVING RAINWATER IS COLLECTED FROM ALL ROOFS, SCREENED AND STORED IN TANKS AROUND THE HOUSE WATER IS USED IN A WHOLE OF HOUSE SYSTEM (E.G. DRINKING WATER IS UV-FILTERED) WATER IN ALL TANKS IS ALSO AVAILABLE (WHERE REQUIRED) FOR BUSHFIRE FIGHTING.WASTE WATER TREATMENT & RE-USE All waste water from the house, both black and grey water, is re-used via two systems Black water system (Nova Clear) irrigates lawns and gardens and can also be used for toilet flushing Grey water system (Nova Grey) is used for laundry, toilet flushing and general external use.RENEWABLE ENERGY Photovoltaic (PV) system, grid interactive (this will provide most, if not all, of the homes electricity supply requirements). Ceiling fans for energy efficient coolingWINDOWS & GLAZING

ALL WINDOWS ARE A COMBINATION OF FIXED GLAZING (DOUBLE GLAZED, LOW E GLASS) AND LOUVERED PANELS ALUMINIUM FRAMES (LOW MAINTENANCE, RECYCLABLE).LIGHTING A combination of LED and CFL light fittings to reduce energy consumption All lighting wired to CBus smart wiring system.Finishes Low VOC Paintslivelihood The landscaping includes vegetable gardens and fruit bearing trees, and habitats that attract wildlife.

Topsoil disturbance was minimised during the construction phase by working with the natural contours of the land.

Appropriate building materials were carefully selected as part of good home design; materials were selected for: strength and durability, low-embodied energy, life cycle, natural resource, recycled and reused materials. Old and new growth Australian hardwoods and endangered rainforest timber were not used.INdoor air quality Low-VOC (non-toxic) products, including materials, flooring, furnishings, and paint have been selected for the House. High humidity and elevated temperatures cause VOCs to be emitted and encourage common allergens such as mould and dust mites. By stabilising the indoor temperature and increasing cross ventilation we have created a healthier environment inside and outside.cos-effectiveness A number of cost-saving features were integrated into the house. this design will significantly reduce the need for mechanical heating and cooling, which lowers the overall demand for electricity, thus reducing electricity bills and green house gas emissions because of louvers and cross ventilations. Photovoltaic cells power all lighting and fans in the house. Many clever water conservation measures implemented at the house. BY SELECTING DURABLE MATERIALS, ONGOING MAINTENANCE COSTS SHOULD BE MINIMAL.

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SE All waste water from the house, both black and grey water, is re-used via two systems Black water system (Nova Clear) irrigates lawns and gardens and can also be used for toilet flushing

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